Catholic Archbishop Alfred Martins Ordians Six Priest In Lagos.
The CatholiAc Archbishop of Lagos Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins has ordained six reverends to priesthood, among the priest who were ordained are; Rev. Odozi Joseph, Rev Ekoja Michael, Rev. Mmadu John, Rev. Izebuno Stephen, Rev. Aniebue Boniface and Rev. Inegbeneboh Theophilus.
The event which held at St. Peter Claver Catholic church, Ajao Estate in compliance with COVID-19 protocols, brought together priest and religious people who came to grace the ordination.
Speaking at the ordination, the archbishop of Lagos urged the newly ordained priest to teach the doctrine that will nourish the people of God.
” Let the doctrine you teach be the nourishment for the people of God. Let the example of your life attract the followers of Christ, so that by word and action you may build up the house which is God’s Church.”
In the same way you must carry out your mission of sanctifying in the power of Christ. Your ministry will perfect the spiritual sacrifice of the faithful by uniting it to Christs sacrifice, the sacrifice which is offered sacramentally through your hands.
Know what you are doing and imitate the mystery you celebrate.” He said.
The archbishop also challenged the government to be more serious in securing the people and finding a lasting solution to insecurity to Nigeria.
” We need to pray for those in some parts of the country and the world who face the challenges of insecurity especially in Nigeria.
We should also challenge those in government who has the responsibility to do more and ensure that they protect the people.
Under the watch of president Buhari things has gone worst in Nigeria. In one hand they are saying protect yourself in the other hand they are arresting people who are doing something to protect themselves. They should simply resign if they cannot do the job than making excuses.” He said.